From Roman colonnades in Jerash to the rose-red façade of Petra, this nine-day Jordan circuit stitches together history, desert nights and reef-side relaxation. Read on for what to expect, how to prepare, and the practical rhythms of a well-paced national tour.
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The tour begins at an airport and within an hour the light over Amman's hills is already telling a story: whitewashed neighborhoods climbing terraces, minarets punctuating the skyline, the highway stretching south like a stamped leather strap across the map. You step into an air-conditioned minibus and, in a few days, you will have traded city streets for Roman columns, salt-heavy water that pushes you afloat, narrow slot canyons and the open, wind-swept moonscape of Wadi Rum.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
9 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers with a reasonable level of fitness who can walk several hours a day and handle short climbs and uneven terrain.
Wildlife
History
Jordan's sites span Neolithic settlements, Nabatean engineering at Petra, Roman urbanism in Jerash and the modern routes carved by trade and wartime passage such as Lawrence’s campaigns.
Conservation
Local operators increasingly partner with Bedouin communities for low-impact tourism; visitors can reduce footprint by using refillable water bottles and following marked paths in protected areas.
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Start Petra at first light
Arrive at the Siq before 8:00 AM to avoid buses and capture cooler temperatures for the climb to the High Place and Monastery.
Carry extra water
Daytime in Petra and Wadi Rum is dry; bring a 1–2L refillable bottle and electrolyte tabs for long walking days.
Footwear matters
Wear sturdy, grippy shoes — Petra's cobbled streets and Wadi Rum's sandy tracks can be slippery or uneven in places.
Respect Bedouin spaces
Ask before photographing people in camps and accept tea or coffee as a polite way to engage with hosts.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provides traction and support for uneven stone in Petra and sandy tracks in Wadi Rum.
Sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
Protects against intense midday sun, especially at the Dead Sea and desert crossings.
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1–2L refillable water bottle with filter or tablets
Ensures hydration on long days between towns and reduces plastic waste.
Light layers and a wind shell
Desert nights can be cool and wind can pick up around camp and elevated Petra viewpoints.
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